Word In Life Study Bible
“NO AUTHORITY EXCEPT FROM GOD”
Ps.2:4-6
Psalm 2 is sending a similar message to that of Romans 13, which affirms the institution of government by asserting that “there is no authority except from God” (Rom. 13:1). Psalm 2 describes how far-reaching are the implications of this truth by showing that even raging nations and rebellious kings must answer to God, the great King who reigns from Jerusalem through His appointed servant (Ps. 2:1–6).
All governmental power is derived and delegated power. Ultimately it comes from God. Human governments are visible institutions and political agents that are accountable to and limited by Him.
This encourages political leaders to bow their knee in humble worship of the Lord and to serve Him with fear (2:10–11). In the spirit of this psalm, they can show respect to God, who has placed them in authority and stands ready to help them govern with goodness and justice.
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